Leukopenia
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| Leukopenia | |
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| Synonyms | Leucopenia, leukocytopenia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Often none; increased risk of infection |
| Complications | Infection, sepsis |
| Onset | Can be sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies depending on cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Bone marrow suppression, autoimmune disorders, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, aplastic anemia, HIV/AIDS, lupus |
| Risks | Chemotherapy, radiation therapy, autoimmune diseases, HIV/AIDS |
| Diagnosis | Complete blood count (CBC) |
| Differential diagnosis | Anemia, thrombocytopenia, pancytopenia |
| Prevention | Avoiding known risk factors, prophylactic antibiotics in high-risk patients |
| Treatment | Depends on underlying cause; may include growth factors, antibiotics, antivirals, immunosuppressants |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; depends on underlying cause and response to treatment |
| Frequency | Common in patients undergoing chemotherapy or with autoimmune disorders |
| Deaths | N/A |
Leukopenia is a decrease in the number of white blood cells (leukocytes) found in the blood, which places individuals at increased risk of infection.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Leukopenia can be caused by various conditions and diseases. Some of the most common causes include:
- Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy or radiation therapy
- Certain autoimmune disorders such as lupus
- Certain medications, including those used to treat mental health conditions
- Infectious diseases such as HIV or hepatitis
- Bone marrow disorders
- Malnutrition
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The symptoms of leukopenia can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, common symptoms include:
- Frequent infections
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Skin rashes
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Leukopenia is typically diagnosed through a complete blood count (CBC) test, which measures the number of each type of cell in the blood. If leukopenia is detected, further tests may be performed to determine the underlying cause.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for leukopenia typically involves addressing the underlying cause. This may involve changing medications, treating infections, or providing supportive care to help the body produce more white blood cells.
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